Northwest Louisiana Congressman Mike Johnson is named to President Trump’s impeachment defense team in the ongoing Senate removal trial. The Senate will vote on trial rules today, afterward, the President’s team will be allowed to respond.
The US Environmental Protection Agency announces a regulatory program aimed at reducing emissions from heavy-duty engines and vehicles, the first update to standards in nearly 20 years, with the 2027 model year. Regional administrator Ken McQueen says the goal is to issue a notice of proposed rulemaking in the late spring, with a final rule in 2021.
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Zion Williamson is set to make his long-awaited NBA debut tomorrow night when the Pelicans host the San Antonio Spurs. Williamson has been sidelined since the preseason after undergoing knee surgery. The 19-year-old phenom is ready to help the Pels get into the playoffs
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Ascension Parish deputies arrest 50-year-old Thomas West, after locating 33 dogs in horrid conditions and one of them already dead at his home. The dogs were taken to Cara’s House animal shelter for treatment. Shelter president Reagan Daniel says the dogs have puncture wounds, heartworms and other parasites, and were covered in fleas. The shelter is asking for food donations.